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Danish racer Kevin Magnussen will make his NASCAR Cup Series debut on the new street course at Naval Base Coronado, driving the historic No. 91 Chevrolet for Trackhouse Racing. With a background in sports car competition and support from teammate Shane van Gisbergen, he aims for a top‑ten finish.
Kevin Magnussen will make his NASCAR Cup Series debut at the new street course on Naval Base Coronado, driving the No. 91 Trackhouse Racing Chevrolet. The car has a storied history with drivers such as Kimi Räikkönen, Helio Castroneves and Shane van Gisbergen, each leaving a distinct mark. With a background in sports car racing and the tools of a recent winner, Magnussen aims for a top‑ten finish that could echo his father’s 2010 Sonoma result.
Corey Heim’s strong Truck Series campaign will be interrupted by Jimmie Johnson’s surprise appearance, while the series heads to a new street circuit in San Diego before a pair of off‑weekends.
Love, currently second in the 2026 championship, replaces Berry, who announced he will not return after the 2026 season.
At just 18, Jesse Love, the youngest ARCA Menards Series champion, will debut in the 2027 Daytona 500 with Wood Brothers Racing, marking a pivotal moment for the historic team.
Ticket sales for the 2027 Daytona 500 opened on June 10, marking the eleventh consecutive year the premier NASCAR event has sold out. The race will be held a week later than usual to dodge the Super Bowl, and President Frank Kelleher expressed excitement over the upcoming spectacle.
With high expectations surrounding head coach Kenny Brooks and a schedule packed with marquee matchups, the Wildcats aim to extend their recent dominance and chase a breakthrough.
Kentucky’s head coach Mark Pope has secured the verbal commitment of top-ranked high school prospect Ryan Hampton, a 6-foot-6 small forward who will join the Wildcats for the 2027-28 season. The pledge, influenced by assistant coach Mo Williams and celebrated by recruiting analysts, signals a strategic push to rebuild the program and attract further elite talent.
Richard Childress Racing has confirmed that Austin Hill will drive the No. 33 for the rest of the 2026 season, while the iconic No. 8 remains inactive as a tribute to Kyle Busch and a future pathway for his son.
Richard Childress grapples with the sudden death of Kyle Busch, promises to keep his number for his son Brexton, and compares the loss to that of Dale Earnhardt Sr., while the sport prepares to fill the vacant seat.
After a 12‑race absence, J.J. Yeley is set to race the No. 44 Chevrolet for NY Racing Team at Michigan International Speedway, broadcast live on Amazon Prime Video on June 7.
UCF opened with a leadoff homer from DeAmez Ross and a flawless first inning by Roman Kimball, but a sudden thunderstorm paused the contest, prompting the Daytona Beach News-Journal to relay updates and fans to turn to ESPN2, ESPN+ and Fubo for live coverage.
Maryland baseball alumnus Kyle McCoy delivered a five‑scoreless‑inning performance for the Dayton Dragons, allowing just two hits and underscoring the potential that made him an eighth‑round pick in the 2025 MLB Draft.
NASCAR mourns the passing of Kyle Busch, a two‑time champion whose 234 victories spanned the Cup, Xfinity and Truck series. His family has asked for privacy following his death from severe pneumonia that progressed to sepsis.
The 2026 college football calendar is already buzzing with anticipation as historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) unveil a slate of homecoming celebrations and classic matchups that blend tradition with fierce competition.
NASCAR mourns the loss of two‑time Cup Series champion Kyle Busch, whose recent victory at Dover was remembered by colleagues and fans alike.
Two-time NASCAR champion Kyle Busch died at 41, leaving a void in the sport. Fellow drivers reflect on his relentless work ethic, unmatched talent, and the personal growth that defined his later years.
NASCAR, his family and his teams announced the passing of Kyle Busch, a two‑time Cup Series champion, after a battle with a severe illness. He is survived by his wife Samantha and children Brexton and Lennix.
A look back at Kyle Busch’s storied career, his relentless pursuit of the Daytona 500, his rivalry with Dale Earnhardt Sr., and the impact of his sudden death at 41 on the racing world.
NASCAR announced the death of two‑time champion Kyle Busch, 41, who died after a severe illness. Tributes from drivers, teams and fans highlight his lasting impact on the sport.
Kyle Busch, a two‑time NASCAR Cup Series champion, died at 41 after a brief hospitalization. His wife Samantha and their children Brexton Locke and Lennix Key are left grieving, while tributes from teammates, rivals and series officials highlight his lasting impact on the sport.
A 41‑year‑old NASCAR champion’s unexpected death has sparked an outpouring of tributes, reigniting conversations about his career, his family, and the sport’s commercial ties.
Kyle Busch, a two‑time NASCAR Cup Series champion, died at 41 shortly after winning his last race at Dover. His career, marked by 234 victories and a fierce competitive spirit, is being honored ahead of the first event since his passing.
NASCAR star Kyle Busch has been admitted to hospital with a severe sinus infection that will keep him out of this weekend’s Coca‑Cola 600, his first missed Cup race in over a decade.